Burgundy Hearts™ Redbud

Botanical Name: Cercis canadensis ‘Burgundy Hearts’

Common Name: Burgundy Hearts Redbud

Mature Height and Width:
20–25' tall × 20–25' wide

Growth Habit: Upright-rounded small ornamental tree with strong central leader and balanced branching structure. Canopy moderately dense with layered branch architecture and visible trunk development. Moderate growth rate with improved structural uniformity compared to older purple-leaf cultivars.

Foliage Description: Glossy burgundy heart-shaped foliage with improved summer color retention and reduced green fade. Leaves display smooth texture with layered canopy presentation and moderate density.

Flower Description: Rosy lavender-pink pea-like flowers borne along stems and branches prior to leaf emergence. Bloom density moderate with classic redbud trunk and branch flowering pattern.

Bloom Time: Early spring before foliage emergence.

Fall Color: Yellow to muted bronze tones.

Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade; best foliage color and canopy density in full sun.

Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 5–9

Notable Landscape Uses: Specimen ornamental tree; lawn accent; patio tree; courtyard focal; streetscape planting; foundation accent.

Deer Resistance: Moderate
Young growth may experience browsing.